Pretty Little Things: Going girly

Jessica Padykula is a freelance writer and editor in Toronto, Canada covering a wide range of topics for several online lifestyle publications. She is a regular contributor for SheKnows, covering travel, style, relationships, health and...

Girly summer styles

Welcome to Pretty Little Things, where each week we bring you our picks for the prettiest little things online. If we love it, you'll be the first to know! This week we look at all things girly, from bows to ruffles to lace.

Bring on the bows

Bow clutch

Though this handwoven raffia clutch (Endless.com, $79) comes in a variety of summery shades – sunflower, ocean and mango to name a few. I can't resist punch, a vibrant shade of fuchsia. Just the right size for carting my evening essentials, this cute clutch features an oversized bow on the front, giving it a dash of girly charm.

Bow cuff

I plan to pair this cute cuff (Mod Cloth, $15) with everything from basic black and denim to floral frocks and dressier looks. It's pink, it's girly but it also adds a certain amount of playfulness to any summer outfit. And to me, summer is all about being playful!

Nautical bow dress

In an eye-catching combination of two of my favorite trends, this stylishly simple dress (Asos, $41) features an all over nautical print (totally hot this summer) and a super-cute bow on the front, for a breezy, casual summer look. I'll be wearing it with strappy flat sandals and a wide-brimmed straw hat.